New Zealand Dental Hygienists' Association (NZDHA)
Overview:
Profession(s): Dental Hygiene
Member Type(s): Hygienists
Scope: National - New Zealand
Formed: 1993
Members: 250
Address: PO Box 36529, Merivale, Christchurch, 8146, New Zealand
Email: secretary@nzdha.co.nz
Website: www.nzdha.co.nz
Description: The purpose of the NZDHA is to unite hygienists in their efforts to promote a high standard of Dental Hygiene and to enhance the professional image of the Dental Hygienist.
Mission/Aims: The objectives of the NZDHA are to:
Safeguard and defend the interests of the profession of dental hygiene, represent and advance the profession of dental hygiene.
Promote and coordinate the exchange of knowledge and information about the profession.
Provide for and encourage Continuing Professional Development.
Work with other dental and medical personnel to provide an optimum standard of care.
Promote access to quality preventive oral health care services and increase public awareness that oral disease can be prevented through proven regimen.
Promote professional alliances with its association members as well as with other associations, federations and organizations whose objectives are similar.
Provide a forum for the understanding and discussion of issues pertaining to dental hygiene.
Principal Activities: Branches around the country meet regularly enabling hygienists to meet the necessary recertification requirements through peer contact.
We hold a seminar or conference each year for hygienists to continue with their professional development.
Oral health promotion in the community.
Member Benefits: Reduced costs for continuing professional development
Reduced professional liability insurance costs
Peer contact and mentoring
Training/Licensing/Certification: We provide continuing professional development throughout the year.
Affiliations: Partner Associations:
Dental Hygienists' Association of Australia (DHAA)
Verification Criteria: Annual Practicing Certificate obtained through the Dental Council of New Zealand.
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